Albert E. Pardue Jr. peacefully went to meet our Heavenly Father on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother and friend. He was born in Bogalusa, La., on Dec. 30, 1923. Preceded in death by his father, Dr. A. E. Pardue; mother, Florence Ethel Pardue; and brother, the Rev. James Pardue. He served our country in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. Upon returning to Louisiana, he received his undergraduate degree from Southeastern Louisiana University and was a quarterback on their 1946 undefeated team. He went on to receive a Master's Degree from the University of Mississippi. He was a passionate teacher and taught high school Civics, American History and Government Economics. He was also a coach and taught in East Baton Rouge Parish for 32 years. He is survived by his devoted wife of 68 years, Carolyn Flowers Pardue; daughter, Debra Johnston and husband Ricky; son Donald Pardue and wife Sandy; three grandchildren, Dana Salisbury (Bruce), Erick Johnston (Candice), and Kimberly Johnston; and four great-grandchildren, Anna, Kaden, Bella and Preston, who mourn the loss of their "Pa Paw." He is also survived by brothers, Raymond Pardue (Joyce) and Bill Pardue (Rose) of Houston; and sister, Florence Ann Davis (John); as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was a member of Florida Boulevard Baptist Church. Visitation will be held at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., on Monday Sept. 16, from 10 a.m. until funeral service at 2 p.m. Interment to follow in Greenoaks Memorial Park. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Hospice of Baton Rouge for their support in his final days. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Hospice of Baton Rouge or Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center.
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What wonderful memories I have of Uncle "E"! He had a great sense of humor, a generous spirit and a wonderful heart. So many people love and will miss him, but we are thankful for the legacy of faith, love and laughter he leaves behind.
Lynn Taylor
September 18, 2013
Don and Family - sending prayers and codolences to you and yours. Mr. Pardue, was a great man and will be missed.
Doug Jones
September 16, 2013
I was a student in Mr. Pardue's American History class at Glen Oaks high school in the late 1960's. He was a great man & teacher who taught history the way it should be taught. He really enjoyed teaching us the Civil War portion of american history. Mr. Pardue was a very honorable man and heavan will be a better place with him in it. I will close by using a phrase that he ended his class with on many days and it was "Good Night Irene". Take care my friend, Harry Breeden
Harry Breeden
September 16, 2013
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family and pray that your happy memories of Mr. Pardue bring you comfort in the coming days.
Denise Hatfield
September 16, 2013
My condolences to the family. Mr. Pardue was my social studies teacher at Glen Oaks. He will be remembered as a great teacher and nice man.
Lois McKenzie
September 16, 2013
I did have Mr.Pardue, and I talked to him, he was a good teacher at Glen Oaks, My prayers are with all the. Family.. Brenda Bergeron. Lege
September 16, 2013
Uncle A.E. was a man of integrity and honor. I do remember his passion for wanting the same for his country, government and mankind. I know the angels sang and celebrated joyously when all the Pardue men and ma maw went
home to be with their Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Celebrate his life and know that my heart is with my family today. My love to all of you.
Shari Pardue
September 16, 2013
To The Pardue Family sorry for your lost, I hope you all can draw comfort from Matthew 5:4 which says "Happy are those who mourn, since they will be comforted."
Phil
September 16, 2013
Ms. Florence,
May God grant you and your family peace during this sorrowful time of loss. We will be praying for your family.
Annette Bokun
September 15, 2013
I remember Mr. Pardue from his days as a social studies teacher at Glen Oaks High School. He was a wonderful teacher and a nice man. All of his students always respected him for his knowledge, fairness, and ethics. There are few teachers who were his equal! My condolences to his wife, children, grandchildren, gr-grandchildren, and extended family.
Olivia McBee Comeaux, class of 1967 GOHS
OLIVIA COMEAUX
September 15, 2013
My prayers are with the Pardue family at this time. I did not have Mr. Pardue as a teacher but most of my family did. I remember him from his days at Glen Oaks High.
Rhonda Bankston
September 15, 2013
So sorry for your loss but know you cherish all the sweet memories of Mr. A.E. My prayers are with you at this time of loss.
Marcie Spurgeon Wood
September 15, 2013
My thoughts and prayers remain with Mr. AE's family. He was a wonderful next-door neighbor on Kleinpeter Rd for many years--and a lifetime friend. I cherish many fond memories.
Sue Warnock
September 15, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Helen Johnston
September 15, 2013
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